We can help you to develop your skills and qualifications throughout your career working with children, young people and their families. From introductory training to higher education there is funding and guidance to assist you.
The Training Guide is issued to every Ofsted registered early years and childcare setting. It provides information to the childcare workforce on training and development opportunities from induction through to higher education.
For people considering working with children “Be Their Inspiration” provides free two hour sessions which look at the different settings in the childcare sector, the roles and responsibilities of the workers and what training and qualifications might be required.
Childminding information and enrolment sessions are offered for people interested in becoming a Registered Childminder.
New Childminders can find support through the Childminder Support Scheme where they are matched with an experienced childminder who can help them through the registration process and the first year of practice.
Training Identification Numbers - this is the system we use to enable you to access fully funded professional development courses and grants for qualifying training.
Training and Career Guidance Advisers offer information, advice and guidance to help you identify training and career opportunities. They will help you develop your skills and qualifications and enable you to make informed choices to suit your individual needs.
Mentoring is also available to support you while you are studying.
For more details, please use the details on the right to contact the Workforce Development Team.